As winter passes, it's time for hospitality businesses to refresh their menus with the flavors of spring. The new season brings a bounty of fresh ingredients and opportunity for new culinary inspirations, making it the perfect time to renew your menu. Here are five trending spring menu ideas you can use to refresh your menu and bring in new customers this spring:

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1. Seasonal Produce Showcases:

When people think of spring, they think of fresh produce with vibrant flavors. Asparagus, peas, artichokes, radishes, and strawberries are just a few examples of produce in their prime during spring. It would be wise to spotlight these seasonal produce items in new dishes. For example, a refreshing asparagus and pea risotto, a colorful roasted artichoke salad, or a decadent strawberry shortcake for dessert. Customers will be excited to get a taste of these seasonal ingredients to get in the spirit of spring.

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2. Lighter Fare and Vegetarian Offerings:

With warmer weather coming, diners tend to be more in the mood for lighter, plant-focused dishes. Consider adding more vegetarian and vegan options to your menu; with produce in season in spring, these dishes will appeal to more than just vegetarian/vegan diners. Some tasty examples include quinoa and roasted vegetable bowls, cauliflower steaks with chimichurri, and zucchini noodle salads. This will not only cater to dietary preferences but also tap into the growing demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly dining choices.

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3. Bright and Citrusy Flavors:

Fruits like lemons, oranges, and grapefruits are in their prime during spring. These add zing and brightness to dishes. Incorporate these bursting flavors into your menu through citrus-infused dressings, tangy marinades for seafood, or citrusy desserts like lemon tarts and orange creamsicles. Citrus provides a lovely and refreshing twist, but it also serves as a perfect pairing with many other ingredients, like seafood, salads, and desserts.

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4. Sustainable Seafood Selections:

Consumers are growing more conscious of environmental issues, which brings a growing demand for sustainable and responsibly sourced seafood. Highlighting these values on your menu will help bring in more diners. You can include springtime seafood dishes made with eco-friendly choices such as farmed oysters, line-caught fish, and responsibly farmed shrimp. This not only appeals to conscientious diners but also aligns your business with ethical practices that benefit the planet.

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5. Blossoming Beverages:

A spring-themed beverage menu is a great complement to the spring menu. Fresh fruit-infused cocktails, herbaceous mocktails, and floral-infused teas are perfect for the spring. Consider incorporating ingredients like elderflower, lavender, and rose into your beverage menu for a refreshing springtime sip.

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The warmer and brighter spring season brings with it new, vibrant flavors and opportunities to create a fresh menu that customers will love. Stay ahead of the curve, delight your guests, and elevate your hospitality business to new heights with a fresh spring menu.

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